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Get your pet microchipped - your new tenancy could depend on it

On 29 January, MPs will hear the second reading of the Dogs and Domestic Animals (Accommodation and Protection) Bill, which aims to abolish no-pet clauses in private rental contracts. The bill, introduced by Conservative MP Andrew Rosindell, has received strong suppo...

Read    12/01/2021

How to keep your home mould-free this winter

Mould is often associated with poorly maintained housing, but it can be a problem for anyone during winter. A survey by Uswitch, reported in Landlord Today, found that mould is particularly common in private, social, and student housing. However, any home affected by...

Read    06/01/2021

Housing market: did 2020 add value to your home?

In 2020, Covid-19 transformed our lives. As 2021 began with tighter restrictions and the prospect of another national lockdown, homeowners found a silver lining: rising house prices.

Read    04/01/2021

How would the Monopoly board look in today's property market?

Even if festive cheer is in short supply this year, many of us will still enjoy playing board games over Christmas. Have you ever wondered how the Monopoly board would look if it reflected today’s property market? Barratt London has the answers!

Read    22/12/2020

Don’t let your Christmas decorations put you on the naughty list!

Tesco might be telling us there is no naughty list this year, but people looking for a new home this Christmas have different ideas. They are quite certain what’s naughty and nice! A recent survey by Bankrate UK has found that 60% of buyers and renters admitted to be...

Read    21/12/2020

Beware - these plants could stop you selling your home!

Most homeowners know that Japanese Knotweed is a serious issue, but it’s not the only plant that can impact property value. Certain plants and trees can cause severe structural damage, make it harder to sell your home, and even put you at risk of lawsuits if they spr...

Read    18/12/2020

A big win for leaseholders - but there's still a long way to go

This holiday season brings some much-needed festive cheer for flat owners living in buildings with potentially dangerous cladding. The Government has announced an extension to the deadline for applications to the £1.6bn Building Safety Fund, which aims to help cover ...

Read    17/12/2020

Five new ways to improve housing delivery

In August, the Government’s planning consultation was criticized for proposing housing delivery that heavily favored the South East of England while overlooking urban areas. The algorithm used to determine housing need appeared to contradict the Government’s "levelli...

Read    16/12/2020

Could retail-to-resi solve our town centre crisis?

In 2021, landlords and property investors could gain easier access to retail-to-residential conversions. The Government has launched a consultation, Supporting Housing Delivery and Public Service Infrastructure, to explore allowing Class E properties to switch to res...

Read    07/12/2020

How effective are your fire and smoke alarms?

New regulations on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in rented homes are coming soon. The government has launched a consultation to gather opinions before these stricter laws take effect.

Read    04/12/2020

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